Dick's Sporting Goods accepts Apple Pay in stores and online

Yes, Dick's Sporting Goods accepts Apple Pay at checkout in physical locations and on their website. You can use Apple Pay on any iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch at the register by holding your device near the contactless payment terminal. Online, you'll see Apple Pay as a payment option during checkout — look for the Apple Pay button alongside other methods.

The store also takes other digital wallets: Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and PayPal all work at Dick's registers and online. If you're shopping in-store and your phone's digital wallet is set up, you don't need to pull out a physical card. The transaction takes a few seconds, and you'll see a confirmation on your device.

Key Takeaways

  • Apple Pay works at Dick's Sporting Goods checkout terminals in all physical stores and during online purchases.
  • You can also use Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and PayPal at Dick's if those are your preferred digital wallets.
  • In-store, look for the contactless symbol on the payment terminal to confirm your store accepts tap payments.
  • Your digital wallet must be set up on your device before you shop, with a valid payment method linked to it.

How to use Apple Pay at Dick's in person

When you reach the register, tell the cashier you're paying with Apple Pay or straightforward hold your iPhone or Apple Watch near the contactless reader. The terminal will usually display a symbol that looks like a curved radio wave — that's the contactless payment indicator. Your device will vibrate and show a checkmark once the payment goes through.

Make sure your Apple Pay is already set up before you arrive. On an iPhone, open the Wallet app, add a credit or debit card, and follow the prompts to verify it with your bank. On an Apple Watch, open the Watch app on your paired iPhone, go to Wallet and Apple Pay, and add the same card. You'll need to authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode the first time you use it at a store.

Using Apple Pay on Dick's website

When you shop online at dickssportinggoods.com, add items to your cart and proceed to checkout. On the payment page, you'll see "Apple Pay" listed as an option. Click or tap it, and your browser or device will handle the rest — you won't need to type in card details or an address if Apple Pay already has that information saved.

This works on any device where Apple Pay is set up: iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The checkout is faster than entering payment information manually, and your actual card number is never shared with Dick's — Apple Pay sends an encrypted token instead.

What to do if Apple Pay doesn't work at Dick's

If the contactless terminal isn't working or your device doesn't connect, ask the cashier if they can process your payment another way. Most Dick's locations have backup payment methods available. You can also pay with a physical card, or use a different digital wallet if you have one set up.

If you're shopping online and Apple Pay won't load, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. Make sure your Apple Pay is active on the device you're using — sometimes a software update or settings change can disable it temporarily. If the problem persists, contact Dick's customer service or use a different payment method to complete your purchase.

Other digital wallets Dick's accepts

Beyond Apple Pay, Dick's takes Google Pay on Android phones, Samsung Pay on Samsung devices, and PayPal through both in-store terminals and their website. Each works the same way: tap your phone at the register or select it during online checkout. The store also accepts Venmo in some locations, though this varies by store.

If you don't have Apple Pay set up but use another wallet, you have options. Google Pay and Samsung Pay work identically to Apple Pay — they're just built into different phones. PayPal is useful if you prefer not to link a card directly to a digital wallet, since you can use your PayPal balance or a linked bank account instead.

Why Dick's accepts digital wallets

Contactless payments are faster at checkout and reduce the time your card is out of your hands. For Dick's, accepting multiple digital wallets means more customers can pay the way they prefer, which speeds up lines and reduces friction at the register. The store benefits from fewer cash transactions to handle and lower fraud risk, since digital wallets use encryption.

From your perspective, using Apple Pay or another digital wallet means you don't have to carry physical cards, and your actual card number stays private. If your phone is lost, you can remotely disable the wallet without canceling the card itself. The transaction is also recorded when ready on your device, so you have a real-time record of what you spent.

Setting up Apple Pay before you shop

Open the Wallet app on your iPhone and tap the plus sign to add a card. You can add a credit card, debit card, or both. Take a photo of the front of your card or type the details manually. Your bank will send a verification code via text or email — enter it to confirm the card is yours.

On an Apple Watch, open the Watch app on your iPhone, tap Wallet and Apple Pay, then add a card the same way. You'll need to set a passcode on the watch if you haven't already. Once set up, you're ready to pay anywhere Dick's or any other store accepts contactless payments. You don't need to do anything else before you shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Apple Pay if my phone battery is low?

Apple Pay works even when your phone is in low-power mode, but some iPhones require at least 1% battery to process a payment. If your battery is critically low, the payment may fail. Keep your phone charged before shopping to avoid this problem.

Is Apple Pay safer than using a physical card at Dick's?

Apple Pay is generally considered safer because your actual card number is never shared with the store. Instead, a unique encrypted code is sent for each transaction. Your card details stay on your device, and you authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID before paying.

Do I need an internet connection to use Apple Pay at Dick's?

No, contactless payments at the register work without internet as long as your phone has NFC (near-field communication) enabled. Online purchases obviously require an internet connection, but in-store tap payments do not.

What if Dick's doesn't have a contactless terminal?

Older Dick's locations may not have upgraded to contactless readers yet. If the terminal doesn't have the contactless symbol, you can use a physical card, ask about other payment methods, or pay online instead. Most newer Dick's stores have contactless capability.

Can I use Apple Pay with a gift card at Dick's?

No, Dick's gift cards cannot be added to Apple Pay. You'll need to use the physical gift card at the register or enter the card number during online checkout. Some retailers are adding gift card support to digital wallets, but Dick's has not yet.